A Robot that Builds Planes

According to a Eurkalert
news release, a company called Fatronik Technological Centre has
built a robot capable of climbing on aircraft fuselages and wings while
carrying out precision drilling and riveting operations. Using a series
of suction cups, the robot can climb on any material that will support
its weight. The robot also includes a vision system for self-orienting
itself in the work zone. The company plans on adapting the robot to
automated ship building and other construction projects.